EAN: 9781556438851

TEACHING YOGA - MARK STEPHENS KARTONIERT (TB)

Teaching Yoga is an essential resource for new and experienced teachers as well as a guide for
all yoga students interested in refining their skills and knowledge. Addressing 100% of the
teacher training curriculum standards set by Yoga Alliance  the world's leading registry and
accreditation source for yoga teachers and schools  Teaching Yoga is also ideal for use as a
core textbook in yoga teacher training programs. Drawing on a wide spectrum of perspectives 
and featuring more than 150 photographs and illustrations  the book covers fundamental topics
of yoga philosophy and history  including a historical presentation of classical yoga
literature: the Vedas  Upanishads  Bhagavad Gita  Yoga Sutras of Pataljali  and the main
historical sources on tantra and early hatha yoga. Each of the eleven major styles of
contemporary yoga is described  with a brief history of its development and the distinguishing
elements of its teachings. Exploring traditional and modern aspects of anatomy and physiology 
the book provides extensive support and tools for teaching 108 yoga poses (asanas)  breathing
techniques (pranayama)  and meditation. Teaching Yoga offers practical advice for classroom
setup  planning and sequencing classes  as well as the process involved in becoming a teacher
and sustaining oneself in the profession. The book has over 200 bibliographic sources  a
comprehensive index  and a useful appendix that lists associations  institutes  organizations 
and professional resources for yoga teachers.

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